WestJet sets record for passengers in a single day
Posted Dec 23, 2016 10:07 pm.
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A new high for Calgary-based WestJet which has, for the second time in 2016, set a record in terms of guests flown in a single day.
The airline is flying an estimated 74,600 guests across its network Friday, surpassing the previous benchmark of 74,247 set back on January 3rd, 2016.
“We are proud to be the airline of choice for so many guests at this important time of year,” said Bob Cummings, WestJet Executive Vice President, said in a statement. “On behalf of more than 12,000 WestJetters, we would like to thank our guests for choosing to fly with us throughout the year.”
The news comes as the airline announces its pilots have voted to accept the new expansion plans of the wide-body fleet.
The vote is necessary under their agreement with the Pilot’s Association.
WestJet currently has four Boeing 767 Aircraft in its fleet, some of which fly out of Calgary.
